Night in Venice Bars
Night in Venice Bars are decadent layered dessert bars featuring a buttery baked base, a smooth vanilla custard center, and a rich chocolate topping. This easy yet elegant dessert is perfect for special occasions, make-ahead treats, and chocolate lovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking or Grilling
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 120 g butter, melted
- 80 g sugar
For the middle layer:
- 400 ml milk
- 100 g sugar
- 40 g cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the topping:
- 150 g dark chocolate
- 100 ml heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a rectangular baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, melted butter, and sugar until crumbly.
- Press the mixture firmly into the base of the pan.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.
- In a saucepan, whisk milk, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the custard over the baked base and spread evenly. Let cool and set.
- Heat the cream until warm, then pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit briefly, then stir until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate layer over the custard and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until fully set.
- Slice into bars and serve.
Notes
Stir the custard continuously to prevent lumps.Let each layer cool slightly before adding the next for clean layers.Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.Add nuts, coconut, or citrus zest for variation.Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.Best served chilled or slightly softened at room temperature.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/night-in-venice-bars/
